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More than half of calls to Queensland domestic violence helpline unanswered for full month last year, report finds

Audit of DVConnect commissioned by LNP government reveals ‘damning’ findings, minister for prevention of domestic and family violence says

The Guardian - AU · Aug 8, 2025

Longer term urged for brutal killer to send DV message

A young woman's death in a frenzied domestic violence-related attack should result in a sentence that sends a message to other offenders, a court has been told.

AAP · Aug 8, 2025

Elite netballers reveal distress after singer who pleaded guilty to domestic violence performs at grand final

Netball Australia says it will strengthen event protocols to prevent future issues after it was revealed Siala Robson pleaded guilty to two assault charges in 2024

The Guardian - AU · Aug 8, 2025

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'Not good enough': thousands of DV calls go unanswered

Thousands of women have abandoned their calls to a domestic violence helpline after they went unanswered, with a state minister saying it is "not good enough".

AAP · Aug 8, 2025

Restriction zones for domestic abusers ‘a long time coming’ – survivor

Ministers will seek to introduce ‘restriction zones’ that will limit where abusers can go so survivors can go about their daily lives feeling safe.

Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2025

Restriction zones for domestic abusers ‘a long time coming’, survivor says

Sexual and violent offenders could be restricted to certain locations and tracked with technology

The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2025

Mexican Music Star Alicia Villarreal Confirms Divorce From Cruz Martínez Amid Concerns for Her Safety

The Mexican music star revealed that she is legally divorced from her husband of 22 years. Alicia Villarreal separated from Cruz Martínez amid an infidelity scandal, exacerbated by subsequent allegations of domestic violence. The couple has two children, plus Melanie Carmona, the daughter from the artist's first marriage to actor…

Latin Times · Aug 7, 2025

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Nationwide leads new calls for change to protect domestic abuse survivors

Building society partners with Refuge to demand scrapping of fees for service that can give survivors anonymity

The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2025

Governments and police are tackling weapons in public – but they’re ignoring it in our homes

About half of all serious weapons-related violence in Australia happens at home as part of domestic and family violence.

The Conversation · Aug 5, 2025

Domestic abusers to be banned from owning guns after string of shootings

The guidance directly addresses concerns from coroners and campaigners following recent fatal shootings in Sussex and Devon

The Independent UK · Aug 4, 2025

Domestic violence in Germany has never been so high, new report shows

Every two minutes, someone in Germany is a victim of violence in their own home. However, experts believe that the number of unreported cases is significantly higher. Women are particularly affected - they account for almost 80 per cent fo domestic violence cases.

Euronews · Aug 2, 2025

Sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson arrested at Washington airport on a domestic violence offense

Reigning 100-meter world champion Sha’Carri Richardson was arrested last weekend for allegedly assaulting her boyfriend at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2025

Territory "underwhelming" in tackling domestic violence

A territory government's response to coronial recommendations to combat domestic violence is "underwhelming", community service groups say.

AAP · Jul 30, 2025

Domestic abuse and the risks and benefits of location sharing apps

Letter: The risks of an abusive partner being able to track your every move are obvious, but location sharing can also serve a protective function, writes Dr Kathryn Brookfield

The Guardian - UK · Jul 28, 2025

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The Guardian - UK · Jul 28, 2025

Domestic abuse and public violence: will the state now accept the two go hand in hand?

Many men arrested in disorder after the Southport murders had themselves been accused of attacking women. It’s high time police acted on these red flags, says author Joan Smith

The Guardian - UK · Jul 26, 2025

Two in five arrested for last summer’s UK riots had been reported for domestic abuse

Police data indicates overlaps between public violent disorder and domestic violence and abuse

The Guardian - UK · Jul 21, 2025

Joined-up strategy needed to protect women and girls from violence

Letter: Looking at the issue only through the lens of the criminal justice system would miss countless opportunities to prevent harm, writes Barbara Mills of the Bar Council

Evening Standard · Jul 20, 2025

One in seven women ‘have had their finances controlled in recent months’

Surviving Economic Abuse said raising awareness of economic abuse is critical for victim-survivors accessing help.

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The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2025

Survey reveals shocking number of UK women have experienced economic abuse

Younger women and those with children are more likely to be affected

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2025

Preventing violence against women and girls must remain a priority

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Our second refuge – built thanks to the generosity of our readers – is complete. But far more work is needed to tackle the scourge of domestic abuse

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2025

Second safe haven built by The Independent for women fleeing domestic abuse now complete

After a hugely successful campaign – supported by readers, royalty and the PM – both safe houses can now offer a fresh start to families in need

The Guardian - AU · Jul 20, 2025

More men are in prison on domestic violence offences. What can be done to prevent them reoffending?

Sydney’s Rainbow Lodge is a third option for offenders facing remand or a precarious return to the community – run by men with their own lived experience

The National (Scotland) · Jul 17, 2025

Scottish podcaster accused of 16-month domestic abuse campaign has trial date set

A Scottish podcaster accused of a 16-month campaign of domestic abuse is set to go on trial later this year

AAP · Jul 17, 2025

Taser and bullet fail to stop domestic violence suspect

A domestic violence suspect reportedly seen wielding a knife was shot and tasered by police before allegedly ramming police cars to make his escape.

Euronews · Jul 16, 2025

Wellcome Photography Prize 2025: When photography meets science, health and the human experience

Now in its 28th year, the Wellcome Photography Prize honours photography at the intersection of science, health and the human experience. This year’s winners capture powerful stories exploring domestic abuse, climate migration and the hidden dangers of cholesterol.

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